Meta just pulled back the curtain on its most ambitious wearable yet—the Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses—and the tech world is buzzing. These aren’t your average smart specs. With a built-in display, AI-powered features, and a neural wristband, Meta is betting big that augmented reality (AR) is about to go mainstream.
The Big Reveal: Meta Connect 2025
At the Meta Connect 2025 event, Mark Zuckerberg took the stage to unveil the next generation of Meta’s wearable tech. The headline act? The
Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses, developed in partnership with EssilorLuxottica, the parent company of Ray-Ban. These glasses are the first from Meta to feature a built-in screen—meaning information, notifications, and even video overlays appear right in your field of vision, all while looking like classic Ray-Bans.
But that’s not all. The glasses are paired with a
neural wristband—an EMG (electromyography) bracelet that lets you control the glasses with subtle hand gestures. Imagine changing songs, snapping photos, or answering calls with just a twitch of your fingers.
What Makes Meta’s Glasses Different?
Meta’s new glasses aim to succeed where Google Glass stumbled. Here’s what sets them apart:
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Discreet Design: They look like regular Ray-Bans, available in black or sand, so you won’t stand out in a crowd.
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Built-In Display: See notifications, directions, and even live translations projected onto the lens—no need to pull out your phone.
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Meta AI Integration: Get real-time information, reminders, and even help finding your parked car, all via voice or gesture.
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Hands-Free Video Calls: Share your point of view on WhatsApp or Messenger, making remote collaboration and sharing moments seamless.
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Fitness Features: Thanks to partnerships with Garmin and Strava, the glasses can auto-capture video during workouts, overlay stats, and even use an LED to keep you on pace or in your target heart rate zone.
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Customizable Styles: New frame options, including the Skyler cat-eye and low-bridge Headliner, plus prescription compatibility, mean there’s a fit for everyone.
Real-World Impressions
Early hands-on reviews are glowing. TechRadar’s reviewer said the Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses “succeed in almost every way Google Glass failed,” praising their comfort, display quality, and seamless integration of AI features. The neural wristband, in particular, is being called a game-changer for intuitive, hands-free control.
Price, Availability, and What’s Next
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Price: $499
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Pre-orders: Open now
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Shipping: Starts October 21, 2025
Meta is also rolling out new software updates for its Quest VR headsets and teasing more AR and VR integrations down the line.
Why This Matters
Meta’s push into AR glasses isn’t just about cool tech—it’s about changing how we interact with the digital world. By making smart glasses that are stylish, powerful, and genuinely useful, Meta is hoping to finally bring AR out of the lab and into everyday life.
If these glasses catch on, expect a wave of competitors and a new era where your digital assistant is literally in your line of sight. The future of wearables just got a lot more interesting.
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